Aussie-Aussie-Aussie

It is good good good to be back "home" in Beijing! As much as we so enjoyed our stay in Hong Kong, we are thankful to have a high chair for a squirmy almost 1-yr old. I think Craig and I both lost a couple pounds mainly trying to keep our hungry Titus from pulling down the serving plates and quiet/fed during our meal times-- we were kept busy! We do miss the sweet people however- and the fun (and warm weather) we had! It was so encouraging and insight-giving for us- and the kids had a blast. Hudson especially enjoyed it and a particular Aussie brother who taught him some Australian cheers and also Australian rules football- not to mention- of course about God being His rock. Our last night there Hudson was given an Australian rules football-- he was thrilled, and it was sweet to see him given this gift- as by God's grace- Hudson has given away a couple of his treasured bats and balls to other little boys. He's now not only asking to play basketball all the time, but also if I'll "kick a footie" with him :)

(The kids below at a park about a 10 min walk down the path- and then at the beach!)